[Boris]

I have used every version of Foxit Reader for over 2 years - no problems

I also put it on every PC I am asked to build/delouse/sort out ......... rather than the resource-hungry Adobe Reader, and have never had any adverse feedback from anyone about it.

It gets my endorsement

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D4\/!d, on May 28 2008, 18:55, said:

Pat Willener, on May 26 2008, 01:52, said:

I am not the one recommending it - I just provide update information. I am perfectly happy with Adobe Reader,

Thanks for providing the update info Pat
However, the fact that you do this service, implies to me that you are recommending the program.
It seems that is NOT the case, and I now feel misguided by that.

I had always supposed by telling us about updates in general, you were in fact suggesting we use/try such programs.

I shall remember that in future

I think I have to explain...

I do not not recommend the software. I do not use it, but I know that a number of forum regulars use it, and like it (and recommend it). It is therefore when an update comes to my attention, I will make it known here.

I would not, of course, publish any update information on symantec and other malware.

[Dencandy]

Pat Willener, maybe you should add a disclaimer, like: "Information about this update does not necessarily mean the poster uses or recommends the software."

[D4\/!d]

Pat Willener, on May 29 2008, 03:52, said:

D4\/!d, on May 28 2008, 18:55, said:

Pat Willener, on May 26 2008, 01:52, said:

I am not the one recommending it - I just provide update information. I am perfectly happy with Adobe Reader,

Thanks for providing the update info Pat
However, the fact that you do this service, implies to me that you are recommending the program.
It seems that is NOT the case, and I now feel misguided by that.

I had always supposed by telling us about updates in general, you were in fact suggesting we use/try such programs.

I shall remember that in future

I think I have to explain...

I do not not recommend the software. I do not use it, but I know that a number of forum regulars use it, and like it (and recommend it). It is therefore when an update comes to my attention, I will make it known here.

I would not, of course, publish any update information on symantec and other malware.

I understand.
Thanks for clarifying Pat
I know that typically your posts are unquestionable

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Disclaimer 2: I hear that Foxit 3.0 now contains the much dreaded Ask toolbar (spyware); see this post in the Foxit forum http://forums.foxitsoftware.com/...post23348

It appears that they offer 3 different downloads

• an EXE file installer
  
• a ZIP file without an installer
  
• an MSI file installer

The ZIP file apparently does not contain the toolbar.

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Foxit Reader 3.1 (build 0901) released.

Download: http://www.foxitsoft...der/reader3.php

What's New in 3.1: http://www.foxitsoft.../whatsnew31.htm


Disclaimer: I am not using, promoting, or recommending this software - I am merely providing the information that an update is available.


P.S. see also this previous post regarding dubious software offered during installation.

[andsome]

Thanks. If you are observant the tool bar etc can be avoided.

[catgate]

I dont use it.

[Hb_Kai]

catgate, on Sep 4 2009, 09:28, said:

I dont use it.

The toolbar or Foxit?
I like Foxit. Recently started using it after disagreeing with Adobe's piece of rubbish I thought I would give it a try.

[catgate]

Hb_Kai, on Sep 4 2009, 16:13, said:

catgate, on Sep 4 2009, 09:28, said:

I dont use it.

The toolbar or Foxit?
I like Foxit. Recently started using it after disagreeing with Adobe's piece of rubbish I thought I would give it a try.

I use the Evince Document Viewer, which is part of the Ububtu package. It is perfectly adequate. It opens all .pdf files etc.
I used to use Foxit on W98SE.

This post has been edited by catgate: 04 September 2009 - 16:56

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Foxit Reader 4.0 released June 29, 2010

What's New in 4,0: http://www.foxitsoftware.com/downloads/reader/reader40.html

New Features

• Added a advanced set of professional features
  The New Reader 4.0 now includes Comments tools, Text Viewer & Text Converter, Form Filler, Spell Checker and Advanced Editing Tools; and it is still free. No additional licensing is required for more features with PDFs.
  
• Enhanced Safe Mode Setting
  Supports Safe Mode settings during installation, streamlining the workflow and offering better protection with PDF File.
  
• Bug Fixes:
  Fixed the crash issue when opening certain PDF documents.

Download
http://www.foxitsoft...loads/index.php

Existing users can update via the program updater Help | Check for updates


Disclaimer: I am not using, promoting, or recommending this software - I am merely providing the information that an update is available.


P.S. see also this previous post regarding dubious software offered during installation.

[D4\/!d]

Quote

P.S. see also this previous post regarding dubious software offered during installation.

Not tried it myself but from what I hear you CANNOT avoid the dubious software - even though you UNtick the box.
So take care with this one

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Existing users can update via the program updater Help | Check for updates

I would recommend this route.

This post has been edited by D4\/!d: 30 June 2010 - 18:53

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Foxit Reader 4.1.0.0726 released.

Download: http://www.foxitsoft...der/reader4.php

What's New in 4.1:

• Fixed the crash issue when opening certain PDFs.
  
• Optimized the reading engine and fixed the issue where the scrolling becomes very slowly when reading large PDFs.
  
• Users will not be prompted to set default PDF reader when either or both Phantom and Foxit Reader is installed.
  
• PDF icons are reverted to other Reader’s PDF icons when Phantom/Foxit Reader is uninstalled, if those exist.
  
• Fixed the issue where the system sets Foxit Reader as the default PDF viewer without user permission when Foxit Reader launches.

Disclaimer: I am not using, promoting, or recommending this software - I am merely providing the information that an update is available.


P.S. see also this previous post regarding dubious software offered during installation.

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Foxit Reader 4.1.1.805 released.

Download: http://www.foxitsoft...der/reader4.php


Disclaimer: I am not using, promoting, or recommending this software - I am merely providing the information that an update is available.


P.S. see also this previous post regarding dubious software offered during installation.